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Vintage: 2006
Price Range: $17
Producer: Francis Coppola - Diamond Collection
Region & Country: Geyserville, California, USA
Grape Variety: Claret
Recommended By: N/A
Place & Date Purchased: Dominick's Grocery, Chicago, IL - 02/16/2009
Place & Date Tasted: Home - 02/16/2009
Appearance: Brilliant garnet red; full-bodied
Nose: Spices, raspberry jam & orange marmalade
Taste: Bold berry and spices
Finish: Slightly acidic & dry
Overall Impression: I have a tendency to compare certain wines when it comes to having one of the same series. For F.C. wine's, I definitely like their Cabernet Sauvignon more, but the Claret wasn't bad. I think this particular wine is extremely over-priced.
Overall Rating: 89/100
Overall Value: **.5 / 5 Stars
Vintage: 2006
Price Range: $16
Producer: Francis Coppola - Diamond Collection
Region & Country: Geyserville, California, USA
Grape Variety: Chardonnay
Recommended By: N/A
Place & Date Purchased: Dominick's Grocery, Chicago, IL - 10/26/2008
Place & Date Tasted: The home of Dr. Lawrence Swain and wife, Mrs. Erika Swain - 10/26/2008
Dinner: Lasagna with pork, beef, onion, carrot and cheese. Delicious!
Appearance: Brilliant, clear, corn silk color
Nose: Clean with the scent of pears; Very light scent
Taste: Sweet, but in a good way; crisp, light
Finish: Very light acidity; the taste slightly lingers
Overall Impression: This wine went well with the dinner, but it was so flavorful that I would actually like to try it by itself. Larry & Erika both said that they would definitely try it again! I have always liked the Francis Coppola's from before and this one is no different. It's right up there with a great, crisp & clean taste.
Overall Rating: 90/100
Overall Value: **** / 5 Stars
Vintage: 2005
Price Range: $20
Producer: Francis Coppola - Diamond Collection
Region & Country: Geyserville, California, USA
Grape Variety: Cabernet Sauvignon
Recommended By: N/A
Place & Date Purchased: Dominick's Grocery, Chicago, IL - 02/12/2008
Place & Date Tasted: Home - 02/14/2008
Appearance: Dark plum color
Nose: Fruity aroma
Taste: Dry and fruity
Finish: Acidic and warm
Overall Impression: Even though it is a little dry, I have to say it is still a good wine. It has a great flavor.
Fun Note: Happy Valentines Day!!!
Overall Rating: 89/100
Overall Value: ***.5 / 5 Stars
Vintage: 2005
Price Range: $20
Producer: Francis Coppola - Diamond Collection
Region & Country: Geyserville, California, USA
Grape Variety: Merlot
Recommended By: N/A
Place & Date Purchased: Dominick's Grocery, Chicago, IL - 02/07/2008
Place & Date Tasted: Home - 02/10/2008
Appearance: Black red; extremely dark
Nose: Spicy aroma
Taste: Spicy, yet mellow
Finish: Mellow and warm
Overall Impression: I really liked this wine. It is a great after dinner, sit down and chat with friends type of wine.
Overall Rating: 95/100
Overall Value: **** / 5 Stars
Vintage: 2006
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